Full Time
Tanzania
Posted 2 weeks ago

Nordic Tanzania

NORDIC SCHOOL Employment Opportunity

Position: Preschool Teacher (with Scandinavian language skills)
Employer: Swedish School Society / The Nordic School, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Starting Date: Primo August 2025
Contract Duration: 2-year contract with the possibility of extension
Application Deadline: Thursday, 3rd of April 2025

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The Opportunity

The Swedish School Society, also known as The Nordic School, offers daycare and afterschool activities based on Nordic pedagogical principles. Our key focus is on children’s right to play and the importance of play in their development. We believe childhood has intrinsic value and take a holistic, respectful approach to meet every child’s need for security, care, belonging, and respect.

Our diverse team includes teachers from Nordic countries and Tanzania. While English is the primary language of instruction, Scandinavian languages are also spoken. As a teacher at The Nordic School, you will work in an intercultural environment that fosters growth and development in children.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced teacher for our preschool, working with children aged 1 to 6. The role requires experience and enthusiasm for this age group. The position offers:

Up to 40 hours per week
Medical insurance
A yearly travel allowance
Affordable on-site accommodation

This is an excellent opportunity for both professional and personal growth and to experience life in a country known for its hospitality, diversity, and wildlife.

Key Job Responsibilities

Ensure all children feel safe, develop, thrive, and feel acknowledged.
Collaborate with fellow teachers to create thematic and weekly plans and activities aligned with Nordic pedagogical principles, catering to the diverse needs of the group.
Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and their families to maintain a positive, inspiring, and safe learning environment.

Qualifications and Experience

Professional experience and a genuine interest in children’s development and well-being.
Pedagogical Degree or equivalent academic qualification for working with young children.
Excellent pedagogical, interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to contribute to pedagogical development and foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Proficiency in English (both written and verbal) and at least one Scandinavian language, preferably Norwegian or Swedish.
Experience with second-language acquisition and multilingualism in early childhood is a plus.
Experience working in a multicultural environment is considered an asset, enhancing your ability to engage with diverse children and colleagues.